CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled) lathes/turning centers are rapidly replacing the older production lathes due to ease of setting, operation, repeatability and accuracy. They are designed to use modern tooling and fully use modern practices. The design of the CNC lathe varies with different manufacturers, but they all the same common elements: the turret hold the tool holders and indexes them as needed, the spindle holds the work piece and there are slides that let the turret move in multiple axis simultaneously. Contact Scott Machinery for more information on CNC Turning Centers.